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Mirai Now Available on Oracle Cloud Marketplace

Mirai Now Available on Oracle Cloud Marketplace

Mirai, a leading provider of booking engine, web design and metasearch connectivity for hotels and a member of Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN), today announced that Mirai Opera Cloud App is available on Oracle Cloud Marketplace and can be deployed on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and integrated with OPERA Cloud via the Oracle Hospitality Integration Platform (OHIP). Oracle Cloud Marketplace is a centralized repository of enterprise applications offered by Oracle and Oracle partners.

TravelAI ‘proof of concept’ phase over as it turns AI into profits

TravelAI ‘proof of concept’ phase over as it turns AI into profits

TravelAI.com, a rapidly growing AI-driven travel technology company, has today confirmed that its applied use of AI is already delivering returns as it comes close to closing net revenues of USD 16 million for 2024 backed by a gross merchandise value (GMV) of USD 230 million. As the ‘proof of concept’ phase closes for the company, the medium-term aspiration is to become the primary AI-powered agent for travelers, managing the full journey from discovery to booking with precision and efficiency.

Delta Air Lines expands Amadeus content partnership

Delta Air Lines expands Amadeus content partnership

Amadeus and Delta Air Lines have announced the signing of a new global distribution agreement, reinforcing a long-standing partnership and reaffirming a commitment to delivering enhanced value and choice to travellers

InterLnkd and FlightHub launch Canada’s first intelligent travel shopping mall

InterLnkd and FlightHub launch Canada’s first intelligent travel shopping mall

InterLnkd, the travel industry’s intelligent shopping mall partner, has today announced a partnership with Canadian online travel company FlightHub to unveil Canada’s first dynamic and intelligent shopping platform for travellers. Leveraging InterLnkd’s innovative AI-driven solution, the new virtual shopping mall provides FlightHub customers with personalised shopping recommendations from thousands of fashion, beauty, and retail brands, specially curated for their upcoming vacations.

Vibe and Mize: The Dynamic Partnership Transforming Online Booking with AI-driven Fintech Solutions

Vibe and Mize: The Dynamic Partnership Transforming Online Booking with AI-driven Fintech Solutions

A powerful new partnership has been announced between OBT Vibe, a leading platform in the travel industry, and Mize, a global frontrunner in fintech-based travel solutions. The collaboration will bring cutting-edge AI-powered fintech tools to the Vibe platform, aimed at enhancing both leisure and corporate travel experiences. This partnership is set to introduce faster, smarter, and more profitable solutions for Vibe users, raising the bar for travel technology.

Cirium launches revolutionary aircraft maintenance tracking and projection tool

Cirium launches revolutionary aircraft maintenance tracking and projection tool

Cirium Ascend’s new Ground Events analytics tool is set to revolutionize the aviation aftermarket by providing the first truly global view of historical and projected aircraft maintenance events using satellite-based flight tracking. Ground Events, the latest addition to the Cirium Ascend portfolio, provides MROs, OEMs, aircraft parts suppliers and airlines with the ability to generate comprehensive analytics which includes market share trends, turnaround times to derive strategic insights on markets for airframe maintenance, cabin retrofits and aircraft paint work.

ETIHAD AIRWAYS EMBRACES DIGITAL INNOVATION WITH THE NEW SKYPAD TECHNOLOGY

ETIHAD AIRWAYS EMBRACES DIGITAL INNOVATION WITH THE NEW SKYPAD TECHNOLOGY

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is rolling out Skypad, an innovative digital tool designed to enhance the inflight experience for passengers. Elevating Customer Service to new heights Developed in-house by Etihad's Digital Transformation and Innovation team, Skypad represents a significant step forward in personalised, efficient air travel service.

New tech could make ground transportation just the beginning of the journey:

New tech could make ground transportation just the beginning of the journey:

This year’s Travel Innovation Summit (TIS), taking place in Seville from October 23-25, 2024, will see the introduction of a dedicated focus on ‘ground transportation’, spearheaded by Servantrip, a leader in B2B transfer distribution. The inclusion of ground transportation at TIS 2024 underscores its vital role in the travel industry, as effective transport solutions enhance overall travel experiences, increase customer satisfaction, and drive growth in the sector.

SPHERE ENTERTAINMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF CULTURE AND TOURISM PLAN TO OPEN SPHERE IN ABU DHABI

SPHERE ENTERTAINMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF CULTURE AND TOURISM PLAN TO OPEN SPHERE IN ABU DHABI

Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) ("Sphere Entertainment") and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi ("DCT Abu Dhabi") announced today that they will work together to bring the world's second Sphere to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This next-generation entertainment medium is expected to be a landmark addition to this premier international capital city, elevating the entertainment offerings for residents and visitors alike.

Mirai study reveals Google has lost 1 percentage point of market share in direct hotel bookings

Mirai study reveals Google has lost 1 percentage point of market share in direct hotel bookings

Mirai, the provider of technology and operations support to help hotels sell in the direct channel, has today unveiled new findings on the impact of the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) on the direct sale of hotel reservations within the European Union (EU) when compared with non-EU markets. Mirai’s latest analysis reveals that the DMA has led to Google suffering an overall 1% decline in its market share of all direct hotel bookings within the EU, marking a significant shift in how users interact with hotels via Google platforms.